Teachers in Central Bedfordshire get on their bikes to help promote pupils’ cycling project

Bikeability project has helped pupils to learn how to cycle

Teachers in Central Bedfordshire got on their bikes to help pupils learn to cycle, thanks to funding from The Bikeabiity Trust.

Teachers from eight schools received practical and virtual training as part of a pilot project ‘Get Cycling in Schools’.

Schools also received helmets and balance bikes for pupils to learn basic cycling skills before going on to take more advanced training with a Bikeability instructor.

Cllr Tracey Wye, executive member for sustainability and climate resilience at Central Bedfordshire Council said: "Learning to ride a bike really is a life skill and I am thrilled to see more young people enjoying the freedom and fun of cycling thanks to the dedication of their teachers. The Bikeability Trust's 'Get Cycling in Schools' pilot project is having a positive impact in Central Bedfordshire, which I hope will continue to grow as more teachers embrace this opportunity, equipping themselves with the skills to nurture the next generation of confident and safe cyclists.”